Submarinerblue Posted February 25, 2018 Share #1 Posted February 25, 2018 I saw the discussion about building models for clients. I have a related question. After building wood models from kits, semi-scratch models, resin models and plastic over the years I have a space shortage and I’m running out of room for new models. There are several completed models in cases that I would not be sorry to part with if there was a way to sell a couple of them. I could also use the cash for additional models although I don’t expect to make lots of money or receive full compensation for all my time and expenses. Has anyone sold models on eBay, etsy or through brokers or other ways? Any suggestions. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted February 26, 2018 Share #2 Posted February 26, 2018 (edited) If nothing else, give some thought to donating them to museums or libraries. You can get a tax write off if you're State side. Edited February 26, 2018 by mtaylor lmagna, Canute, CaptainSteve and 2 others 5 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Griffith Posted February 26, 2018 Share #3 Posted February 26, 2018 Good idea Mike. The tax write off is only for the cost of the kit and supplies, not for the labor. Another suggestion is social media. Duff Canute, mtaylor and John Allen 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Allen Posted February 26, 2018 Share #4 Posted February 26, 2018 (edited) Richard, I like the tax idea. I sold several models in the mid 80s this list may help with what I ran into. E Bay if its exceptional and you post for a reasonable price it's OK but it is like a flea market and you compete with those (alleged) museum quality models constructed by Asian sweat shops. Etsy's site is more upscale in their presentation. its ok Upscale art shows is where you make the most but you have the time of setting up and cost. I see you live in Conn. Find that nautical shop that handles upscale consignments of unique and hand built items. Not the souvenir tourist shop. They take a cut and will look out for your merchandise. You probably will sell quicker keeping your glass cases. My 2 cents Edited February 26, 2018 by John Allen mtaylor and Canute 2 Quote John Allen Current builds HMS Victory-Mamoli On deck USS Tecumseh, CSS Hunley scratch build, Double hull Polynesian canoe (Holakea) scratch build Finished Waka Taua Maori War Canoe, Armed Launch-Panart, Diligence English Revenue Cutter-Marine Model Co. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbelwood Posted February 26, 2018 Share #5 Posted February 26, 2018 You might want to visit this gallery http://www.jrusselljinishiangallery.com/ located in Fairfield, CT. Great collection of marine art of all types. John Elwood Stratford, CT Canute, Sargon, John Allen and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sargon Posted April 8, 2018 Share #6 Posted April 8, 2018 I've sold models on eBay before, and it can be rewarding depending on the type of model, the amount of time and money that went into it, and if people were willing to pay top dollar. It really depends on whats hot I think. Just my opinion. I wish you luck with your building and sales! Sargon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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